The A803 at Champany (A904) was closed in both directions as the recovery got underway.

Police Scotland confirmed there has been two fatalities as a result of the collision with a number of others being taken to hospital for medical treatment.

A police spokesperson said: “There has been two people who have sadly died in the collision. We don’t have numbers but others have been taken to hospital for medical assistance and their condition is unknown at this stage.”

In an earlier statement, the Scottish Fire and Rescue Service said three fire engines and a heavy rescue unit attended the incident.

The road remains closed as police continue with their investigation into the crash.

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